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Sonoma Council Grants Officer Carden Access to Police Department Benefits Program

This article summarizes discussions from a recent meeting, but you may wish to view the full video for more insights.

The Sedona PSPRS Board of Directors convened on August 7, 2025, to deliberate on several important topics, such as approving the minutes from the previous meeting and the inclusion of new police officers in the pension system.

The meeting opened with the board unanimously approving the past minutes, and there were no comments or questions. They then moved on to discuss Officer Dale Carden’s membership in the Sonoma Police Station PSPRS system, effective September 4, 2025. His membership was also approved unanimously, with no objections arising during the discussion.

Looking forward, the board highlighted that the next meeting is planned for October 2, 2025. They also mentioned a recent interview with the police commander and spoke about the anticipated approval for the four recruits who are set to graduate from the academy in December. The following meeting to discuss these recruits is tentatively scheduled for February 5, 2026.

In summary, the meeting progressed smoothly, with all motions receiving unanimous support, showcasing a collaborative spirit among the board members.

A complete meeting link